Cristy Ann Dick, 54, of Gillett, passed away on June 13, 2017, in Appleton.

Born in Chicago on July 24, 1962, Cristy was the daughter of Gwendolyn (LaRock) Olson and the late Vincent Olson. Cristy was married to Allen J. Dick in Shawano in 1981. For Allen and Cristy family always came first. Together, the couple had three children and opened their home to many other children throughout the years.

Cristy loved children and was a “mother” to many. Always wanting to help others, she was loving, caring, understanding and forgiving. She loved her Menominee culture and passing that culture on to her children. In her free time she enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren, cooking out with family, beading, laughing and visiting with family and friends.

Cristy was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend, and will be deeply missed.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 36 years, Allen; their three children, Darwin Dick, of Madison, Darla (Steven Kastning) Dick, of Keshena, and Shayla Dick, of Shawano; two grandchildren, Allen and Aliviah; her mom, Gwendolyn Olson, of Berry Lake; two sisters, Darcy (Andy De Vares) Bergh, of Krakow, and Amy (Dana) Alegria, of Keshena, as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her dad, Vincent Olson.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 17, 2017, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Keshena with the Rev. Joel Jores officiating. Burial will be in St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery in Suring. Visitation will be held at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, June 15, 2017, 4-8 p.m. Friday, June 16, 2017, and on Saturday at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.

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Carl E. Jahnke, 90, of the town of Wescott, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2017, with his family by his side.

Carl was born on Nov. 13, 1926, in Crandon, a son of the late Ernest and Caroline (Frailing) Jahnke. Upon graduating from high school, Carl entered the United States Army, serving in World War II from 1944-1946. While in the service he earned the rank of sergeant. In 2013, Carl completed his final mission when he went on the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight. Upon returning from the United States Army, he was employed by the United States Postal Service for 27 years.

On Oct. 2, 1949, Carl was united in marriage to the former Mary Vomastic at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano. The couple loved traveling. When the children were younger the family went on many camping trips. Carl encouraged his children to get involved in Scouting and 4-H.

Upon retiring in 1991, Carl and Mary spent winters in Arizona before becoming “Winter Texans.” They would spend three months every winter in Texas. Carl’s mindset was always serving others. He was an active member of St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano, where he served on the finance committee as well as with the Orphan Grain Train.

Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Mary; his children, Paul (Carolyn) Jahnke, of Germantown, Peggy (Richard) Zoeller, of Clintonville, Todd (Kim) Jahnke, of Shawano, and Toby (Amy) Jahnke, of Elkhart Lake; 10 grandchildren, David Jahnke, Julie (Travis) Babich, Jacob (Amy) Hertz, Jessica (Chad) Betz, Zachary (Andrea) Zoeller, Wesley Jahnke, Rochelle Jahnke, Taylor Jahnke, Garrett Jahnke and Riley Jahnke; five great-grandchildren, Jayden, Rya, Alexa, Jaclyn and Joelle; his brother, Lloyd (Ruth) Jahnke, of Texas; his sister, Carol (Ed) Schaeffer; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Carl E. Jahnke will be held on Friday, June 16, 2017, at 11 a.m. at St. James Lutheran Church of Shawano. Pastor Vilas Mazemke will officiate. Interment will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery. Full military honors will be conducted by Shawano AMVETS Post 10. Relatives and friends may call at St. James on Friday from 9 a.m. until the hour of service.

In lieu of flowers and plants the family prefers memorials be made in Carl’s name to St. James Lutheran Church or the Shawano City-County Library.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Vernon “Vern” O. Pitt, 73, of Clintonville, passed away peacefully late Tuesday evening, June 13, 2017, at Pine Manor Healthcare Center, Embarrass.

Vernon Orval Pitt was born on Aug. 29, 1943, in Shawano to the late Orval and Vera (Gruel) Pitt. After graduation from Bonduel High School in 1961, Vern chose to serve his country by enlisting in the U.S. Army and served in the White House Army Signal Agency, where he was able to meet Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson. He was united in marriage to Geraldine “Gerry” Ann Bohm on May 23, 1962, at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. He was honorably discharged in June 1964 and started working for Clintonville Electric Service in August 1964, where he did appliance repair and delivery, antennae work and electrical wiring.

Vern bought the business in 1987 and continued to operate as Vern’s Appliance until 2013. He was a master electrician and an electrical inspector for many years. He was a dedicated member of the United Methodist Church, Clintonville, where he was very active.

Vern served as president of both the East Central Association of Electrical Inspectors and the Wisconsin Chapter of Electrical Inspectors. He also served as secretary of the Clintonville Bowling Association and later was inducted in 1996. He enjoyed softball in his younger years as well as curling.

Vern was a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 63, Clintonville, serving as commander. He also served as the commander for Waupaca County. He enjoyed the outdoors and deer hunting.

Vern will be remembered as a man who could fix anything and loved to share and teach what he had learned over the years.

He is survived by his wife of over 55 years, Gerry; daughters, Kay (Allen) Stilen, Bear Creek, and Nancy (Randy) Gagnow, New London; grandchildren, Andrew (Mary) Stilen, Joshua (Brittany) Stilen, Jeremiah Stilen, Shannon Gagnow and Abigail Gagnow; great-grandchildren. Payton, Masyn, Ian, Treyton, Mariah, Taylor and Allissa; many other relatives and friends.

Vern was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Annette in infancy; brothers, Vaughn in infancy and Keith Pitt; father- and mother-in-law, Cennie and Lucille Bohm; and sisters-in-law, Sandy Pitt and Vickie Bohm.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 19, 2017, at the United Methodist Church, Clintonville, with the Rev. Keith Wolf officiating. Interment will take place at 3 p.m. at Zion United Methodist Cemetery, Township of Hartland. Military honors will be conducted at the church by members of VFW Post 664, American Legion Post 6, and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 63, all of Clintonville.

Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Sunday, June 18, 2017, at the Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Clintonville, and on Monday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

The family wishes to thank Pine Manor for the care given to Vern during his stay; especially to Bobbie and Pam for looking out for him.

The family also prefers memorials in Vern’s name to be sent either to the United Methodist Church, 24 13th St. Clintonville, WI 54929 or to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., Seventh floor, New York, NY 10001.

Elaine R. Schoenborn, 72, of Shawano, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, June 12, 2017.

Elaine was born on Oct. 25, 1944, in Manitowoc, a daughter of the late Leonard and Amelia (Zeman) Doran. She attended school in Shawano, graduating from Shawano High School in 1962. She was united in marriage to Allen Tomashek in Shawano. The couple lived and farmed in Bonduel until selling the farm and purchasing the Shawano Motel. Elaine worked in numerous supper clubs where she cooked and tended bar. She later worked at Eagle Knitting Mills in Shawano.

Elaine purchased the Carriage House in Gillett. She loved to cook and visit with people, especially family and friends. She truly loved her cats. Elaine shared many years of happiness with Jim Schoenborn. She liked to live her life to the fullest. Elaine was a former member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Survivors include her daughters, Tammy Lucht, of Omro, Traci (Jeff) Dayton, of the town of Washington, and Therese (Mike) Kelly, of the town of Lessor; her grandchildren, Heather Dayton, Matthew (Jennifer Zahradka) Dayton, Brianna (Dennis Christensen) Dayton, Cameron Lucht, Nathan Kelly and Brooke Kelly; three great-grandchildren, Braeden, Mason and Evelyn; her sisters, Patricia Rusch and Rita (Dennis) Rusch, both of Shawano; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one grandchild, one niece and one nephew.

A memorial service for Elaine R. Schoenborn will be held on Monday, June 19, 2017, at 6 p.m. at Mickelson Funeral Service of Shawano. Deacon James Lonick will officiate. Inurnment will take place at a later date at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Shawano. Relatives and friends may call at Mickelson Funeral Service on Monday from 4 p.m. until the hour of service.

A memorial fund has been established in Elaine’s name for the Shawano County Humane Society.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Linda R. Radtke completed her journey on earth on June 13, 2017, in Appleton. Linda was born in Shawano on Aug. 11, 1950. She spent her life working hard, raising her children and caring about and for others.

Linda attended River Valley Church in Shawano, enjoyed taking pictures and her church “ladies.” She enjoyed a great find at a rummage sale, but more than anything she loved her grandchildren.

Linda was a special lady. She taught her children how to stand proud, work hard and love a little more. She had love for everyone and will be missed dearly.

Linda is survived by her life partner, Steve Arndt; two children, Arland Dillenburg, of Shawano, and Angel (Kevin) Dillenburg, of Shawano; eight grandchildren, Jory, Jacob, Jacee, Elizabeth, Jaden, Arly, Evy and Evette; and two great-grandchildren, Jamison and Jordon.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Aleena Giese; her granddaughter, Megan Kernin; and her mom, Ruth Hoppe.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 17, 2017, at River Valley Church in Shawano with the Rev. Dan Taylor officiating. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery in the town of Belle Plaine. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday, June 16, 2017, from 4-8 p.m. and again on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Ruth J. Pringnitz, 80, of the town of Belle Plaine, Shawano County, passed away unexpectedly early Thursday morning, June 15, 2017, at the St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay.

Ruth was born on Feb. 9, 1937, in Underhill as the daughter of the late Gottfried and Olga (Moser) Tonn. She graduated from Clintonville High School with the Class of 1955 and was united in marriage to Donald “Don” Pringnitz on Oct. 15, 1955, at St. Martin Lutheran Church in Clintonville.

The couple resided in Wausau for roughly 10 years prior to moving back to Clintonville in 1965. In 1969, Ruth and Don decided to provide foster care at their home, along with raising their sons, Mark and Mike. Over the years, the couple provided a loving temporary home for 41 children. Although they resided in town, the couple enjoyed spending time with their extended family at their lake cottage on Long Lake in the town of Belle Plaine. In 1989, the couple moved to the lake permanently where they lived since.

Ruth worked as a secretary for Wisconsin Bowhunters, a paralegal for Clintonville Public Schools and volunteered at Lincoln Elementary School in Shawano for a number of years. She was a faithful member for many years at Christus Lutheran Church in Clintonville, where she was known for her German potato salad at the salad luncheons, was a member of the CLCW and used her talents as a member of the quilting group.

Ruth loved to travel with her family and over the years saw most of the continental United States. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening, camping and talking to her pet fish. Ruth also enjoyed reading, especially her latest edition of Our Wisconsin. She looked forward to playing bridge with her card partner, Carol Metzger, and spending time with friends.

Ruth had a heart of gold and a quick wit. During conversations you would often see her respond with that sly smile as she looked over her glasses knowing she just threw one past you. Ruth will be remembered for her ability to love and will certainly be missed by many.

Survivors include her husband, Don; sons, Mark (Wendy) Pringnitz, Clintonville, and (Christal) Pringnitz, Mooresville, North Carolina; grandchildren, Adam (Mariah), Jason, Jared, Jesse and Jaden Pringnitz; great-grandchildren, Brock and Dannica; and her brother, Rueben Tonn, Clintonville.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; an infant daughter, Debbie; sisters, Violet Pfennig, Gladys Gardifee and Fern Leverich; and a brother, Alvin Tonn.

Ruth’s memorial service will be held Monday, June 19, 2017, at 11 a.m. at the Christus Lutheran Church in Clintonville with the Rev. Brian Crocker officiating. Inurnment will take place at the Graceland Cemetery also in Clintonville. Friends may call at the church on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.

The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory of Clintonville is assisting her family with the arrangements.

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Kenneth “Ken” James Repinski, 57, of Gresham, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2017.

Ken was born in Stevens Point on Feb. 1, 1960, to James Repinski and Marjorie Repinski. He lived in the Plover area until high school when his family moved to Eau Claire. Ken graduated from Memorial High School in June 1978. Ken was married to Sheree Gartzke on June 30, 1984, in Shawano at United Methodist Church. They were married for 23 years and have remained friends.

Our dad:

While our dad was growing up he enjoyed summers camping with his three brothers, one sister and his mom and dad. During his childhood he loved going swimming, playing basketball and spending countless hours at the county parks. In high school, our dad was a talented trumpet player. He could play any Maynard Ferguson song by ear without even reading the sheet music. On one particular pep rally, our dad played the theme song from “Rocky” with the entire high school in amazement. Our dad still played his silver trumpet every now and then. After graduating high school, our dad became a restaurant manager for Bridgemans. He worked for the restaurant for many years in Wisconsin and Minnesota. He even told us that Prince came into the Minnesota establishment and the waitresses would fight over who could wait on him. After Bridgemans, our dad decided to get into the trucking industry. He became employed as an over-the-road semitruck driver traveling across the United States. Within the past year, our dad became an owner-operator with V&S Midwest Carriers of Kaukauna. Our dad often told us he really found his trucking home with V&S. He loved traveling the open road and was an exceptional operator without having an accident in his 26-year career. While on the open road, our dad had his travel buddy, his dog, Jake, alongside him. Jake was more than just a dog to my dad and us; he was a part of our family, too.

Our dad loved taking us boating on hot summer weekends on Shawano Lake. He liked to water ski, wakeboard and kneeboard. Our most favorite memories were made on Shawano Lake with our dad whether it was tubing behind the Sea Ray or spending time at the sandbar. He also loved to fish off the boat and on the ice even if his line became tangled here and there. Our dad enjoyed going camping as a family to Lake Wissota every year. Our dad had a passion for motorcycles and loved to ride his two-tone dark red Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited Cycle. He was always ordering new chrome and customizing his cycle to his standards. He even had a custom-built carrier for his trailer so Jake could ride along. While on the open road our dad loved listening to his favorite bands, which included ACDC, Boston, Chicago, Foreigner, Kansas, Metallica and REO Speedwagon. When he was home he enjoyed going to live concerts, especially Big Mouth and The Power Tool Horns. Our dad enjoyed playing pool against his brothers till the wee hours of the morning and enjoyed spending weekends with them when he could. He also was a talented chef and master of the grill. His favorites were BBQ chicken over his charcoal grill and ribeye steaks grilled to a perfect medium-rare.

Our dad could walk into a room and talk to anyone with the ability to make you feel like you were his number one priority. He could talk for hours on end with anyone, but at the same time he was the best listener as well. He was a real people person and could find the good in anyone. One of his favorite pastimes was reading. He had a zest for reading the newest biographies and untold stories. While we were growing up, our dad could fix anything that went “wrong” around the house. He was a real do-it-yourself guy and could fix anything from the water heater to brakes on the car. Our dad was truly the best dad imaginable, and we have been blessed to be his children. He was always a helping hand, listening ear and guiding light.

Ken is survived by his children, Katie (Adam) Carroll, of Gresham, and Kyle Repinski, of Shawano. He is further survived by his parents, James (Rosanne) Repinski, of Granton, and Marjorie Repinski, of Eau Claire; sister, Diane Pichler, of Eau Claire; brothers, Al Repinski, of Rock Falls, Dale Repinski, of Eau Claire, and Tom (Julie) Repinski, of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. He is further survived by many nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins and dear friends.

Ken was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harold and Doreen Soik, and Clarence and Evelyn Repinski.

We love you, Dad. We’re going to miss you. We hope Jake keeps you company on your ride to heaven. Love you always, Katie & Kyle

Memorial services for Ken will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 22, 2017, at Swedberg Funeral Home at 518 W. Fifth St. in Shawano with the Rev. Travis Kleinschmidt officiating. Inurnment will be in the St. Jakobi Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 3 p.m. until the time of the services.

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Alice M. Wilber, 95, of Shawano, joined her Heavenly Father on Monday, June 19, 2017.

Alice Marcella was the eighth child born to Walter and Hattie (née Schultz) Schmeisser on May 16, 1922. On Aug. 15, 1942, she was united in marriage to Elmer Harold Wilber at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano. They both were confirmed at St. James and now with Alice they will have both been buried from the church of which they were steadfast members.

Alice was an amazing cook. She made up her own canning recipes that her children miss since she had to put away her water bath canner. Alice first cooked at Bahn’s diner which is where Farm Inn’ on Main is located. Alice catered dinners at Badger Breeders (now known as CRI) for many years. Her first love was her family. There is not one of us that has not been blessed by her giving us a helping hand. From providing daycare for multiple generations, to handling a varnishing brush in our homes.

Alice will be deeply missed by her daughters, Judith (Gary) Schabow and Janet (Kenneth) Crawford; her grandchildren, Anne (Joe) Boucher, Alicia (and the late Mark) Hagen, Gary (Amy) Schabow Jr., Rebecca (Eric) Anderson, and Andy (Nicole) Crawford; her great-grandchildren, Jason (Jess), Alyson (Durrell), Addi, Nathan (Emily), Stuart (Samantha), Jake (Ally), Hailey, Will, Emily, and Payton; her great-great-grandchildren, who lovingly referred to her as “G.G.”, Gavin, Hadley, Natily, Oliver and Josie; one sister, Adeline Hein; and her special goddaughter, Jean Umland.

Funeral services for Alice Marcella Wilber will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2017, at 2 p.m. at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano. The Rev. Dr. Timm Griffin will officiate. Interment will be in the Woodland Cemetery following the service. Relatives and friends may call on Saturday from noon until the hour of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name to St. James Lutheran School in Shawano would be appreciated.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

“The family would like to thank the staff at Atrium/Evergreen and the Thedacare Hospital of Shawano for the loving care given to Alice.”

John “Jack” P. Mannino, 67, of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, at the Atrium of Birch Hill in Shawano.

Funeral services for John P. Mannino will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2017, at 11 a.m. at Mickelson Funeral Service of Shawano. The Rev. Luke Ferris will officiate. Interment will take place at Lake Drive Cemetery at a later date. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the hour of service.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Gladys M. Schroeder, 89, of Appleton, formerly of Shawano, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2017, in Appleton.

Funeral services for Gladys M. Schroeder will be held on Friday, June 23, 2017, at 11 a.m. at St. Jakobi Lutheran Church, Town of Richmond. Pastor Travis Kleinschmidt will officiate. Interment will take place in the parish cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the hour of service.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Ruth C. “Tooty” Franckowiak, 97, of Traverse City, Michigan, formerly of Shawano, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 16, 2017, with her family by her side.

Ruth was born on May 28, 1920, in the town of Red Springs, Gresham, a daughter of the late Albert and Lena Weber. She was baptized by the Rev. Stuth and confirmed by the Rev. Cassens at Zion Lutheran Church in Gresham. She lived in the Gresham area until her family moved to Shawano in 1935. On July 3, 1939, Ruth was united in marriage to Frank Franckowiak by the Rev. Halinde at the Sacred Heart rectory in Shawano. Franky preceded her in death on Jan. 31, 1988. Ruth was a member of St. James Lutheran Church of Shawano. In 2009, Ruth moved to Traverse City, Michigan to be near her family.

Surviving are her son and daughter-in-law, Joel and Debra Franckowiak, of Traverse City, Michigan; her granddaughters, Kara (Jesse) Reed, of Mount Pleasant, Michigan, Kelsi (fiancé Kenny Wisniewski) Franckowiak, of Chicago, and Korie (boyfriend Brandon Ayers) Franckowiak, of Traverse City, Michigan; her great-grandson, Michael Reed; her sister, Barbara Ecke, of Shawano; her sisters-in-law, Lorraine (George) Brzozowski, of West Bend, and Virginia Whittaker, of Milwaukee; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Edward, Carl, Bernard, Gordon, and Dennis; and her sisters, Esther, Lilly Evelyn, Adala, and Irene.

A funeral service for Ruth C. Franckowiak will be held on Monday, June 26, 2017, at noon at Mickelson Funeral Service in Shawano. The Rev. Ted Andrada will officiate. Ruth will be laid to rest beside her beloved Franky in Woodlawn Cemetery in Shawano. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home from 11 a.m. until the hour of service.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Willadeen I. Much, 91, of Clintonville, formerly of Marion, passed away peacefully Thursday, June 22, 2017, at Kindred Hearts in Clintonville.

The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Clintonville, is assisting her family.

Viola M. Britzke, 93, of Shawano, passed away on Friday, June 23, 2017, at Atrium Post Acute Care of Shawano at Evergreen.

The former Viola Mae Fritz was born at home on May 26, 1924, in the town of Fairbanks, Shawano County, to William and Clara (Schroeder) Fritz. She was united in marriage on Oct. 8, 1949, to Arthur H. Britzke at Zion Lutheran Church, Tigerton. For almost 25 years, the couple dairy farmed in the town of Grant (just west of Caroline) until they sold the farm to their son in 1974. While farming, Viola also worked for some time at Marion Plywood as well. After the couple left the farm, they settled in Shawano. She is a former member of Zion Lutheran Church, Caroline, and a current member of Zion Lutheran Church, Shawano. The couple loved to go to polka dances and play cards, especially smear and sheepshead.

Viola was a partner in every aspect of their marriage. She helped with field work, milked cows and still found time to be a talented seamstress (making clothing for herself and her daughter). They raised three children to believe that hard work together as a family makes you strong. Viola liked crocheting and made all sorts of doilies until her eyesight robbed her of doing small work. She loved to cook, especially homemade potato pancakes for her family. Her other interests included gardening, canning, and working in her flower gardens. She was famous for her special homemade chocolate cake that the family always looked forward to when they would visit her and for special occasions. Viola also enjoyed going for drives in the fall to see all the autumn colors.

Viola will be remembered for putting God first and had a deep faith. She was never able to say “no” to anyone and was always willing to help out whenever needed. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. She often shared her beautiful smile and contagious laugh with others.

Survivors include three children, Richard (Dorothy) Britzke, of Caroline, Ronald (Rose) Britzke, of Clintonville, and Patricia (Maynard) Zoellner, of Shawano. There are eight grandchildren, Sarah (Scott) Strehlow, of Rosholt, Neal (Monica) Britzke, of Marion, Joshua (Patty) Britzke, of Caroline, Carol (Dan) Conradt, of Shawano, Tom Britzke, of Kaukauna, Jeremy Britzke, of Pulcifer, Heather (Victor) Cruz, of Puerto Rico, and Eric (fiancée Michelle Gunderson) Zoellner, of Shawano. There are 12 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She is further survived by many other relatives and friends.

Viola was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Arthur; two grandchildren, Patricia Britzke and Ryan Zoellner; and one sister, Gladys (Keith) Jamson.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 26 at 11 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, Caroline. The Rev. Scott Ludford will officiate, and burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Friends may call on Monday from 9 a.m. until time of service at the church. Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Clintonville, is assisting the family.

The family wishes to thank all the nurses and staff at Evergreen and Heartland Hospice for the wonderful care provided to Mom. If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I’d walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

Alice M. Wilber, 95, of Shawano, joined her Heavenly Father on Monday, June 19, 2017.

Funeral services for Alice Marcella Wilber will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2017, at 2 p.m. at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano. The Rev. Dr. Timm Griffin will officiate. Interment will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery following the service. Relatives and friends may call on Saturday from noon until the hour of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name to St. James Lutheran School in Shawano would be appreciated.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Jerry Olsen, also known as “Jerry from the Bamboo,” passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 19, 2017, surrounded by his children and loving wife, Marty.

Jerry had an enigmatic, energetic and charismatic persona that was larger than life. His magnetic personality coupled with his clever ingenuity (along with the saint-like patience of his wife, Marty) led to their successful 30-year run as owners of the Bamboo Bar. Jerry was constantly devising clever campaigns to keep the business interesting and fun. The annual boatsinker, winter volleyball tournaments, ice-golfing tournaments, and indoor beach parties are just a few of the notable events that Jerry brought to the area. One of his most time-tested contributions to local society included the invention of the Summer Hummer.

Jerry was known as the “resident expert” of Shawano Lake. Local news stations regularly tapped him to provide fishing reports and lake condition updates. His expert knowledge of the lake led to him being deputized by the Shawano County Sheriff’s Department from 1975-1990 to assist the department with emergency lake rescues. Marty and Jerry founded the Shawano Ski Sharks in 1976. The Shawano Ski Sharks celebrated their 40th anniversary in the summer of 2016. In 1975, Jerry was also one of several local business owners who started the Shawano Lake fireworks. Jerry was a founding member of the Shawano Ducks Unlimited and the Shawano County Snowmobile association. Jerry was a proud member of the Shawano Lake Lions Club for more than 25 years.

Jerry had an eccentric and wonderful sense of humor and could pull out some impressive tongue twisters upon request. Jerry would always greet everyone with a “Good Mornin’!” (even if it was the middle of the night) and a great big hug. Jerry’s heart was as big as his personality; he was always willing to help those who were down on their luck.

Jerry requested that his memorial service provide a setting for his friends and family to celebrate his life, rather than mourn his loss. A Celebration of Life party has been scheduled for July 8, 2017, at the Bamboo Bar, on the south shore of Shawano Lake, from 1-4 p.m. Please bring your best memories to share and ample room in your belly to toast this amazing man. In lieu of flowers, Jerry requests that donations be made in his honor to the Shawano Lake Lions Club, the Shawano Ski Sharks, or ThedaCare Friends of Hospice-Shawano.

The Olsen family is profoundly thankful for the services provided by ThedaCare Hospice as well as the outpouring of support that we have received from the Shawano community, our friends, and our family.

Jerry was born in 1943 to Elaine and LaVern Olsen, both of whom preceded him in death.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 50 years, Marty Olsen; their son and daughters, Brad (Jill) Olsen, Ericka (Sam) Koss and Melissa Olsen; six grandchildren, Zoe Koss, Zach Olsen, Brandon Olsen, Henry Moore, Isaac Moore and Amelia Koss; and his brother Mike Olsen. He is further survived by brothers and sisters in-law, Kathie (Bill) Piontek, Dan (Jane) Herlache, Jean (Dave) Klaus, Scott (Cheryl) Herlache, Jim Daly and many nieces and nephews.

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“Ann” (nee Yelich) died on June 17, 2017, at Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care in Waukesha. She was born in Croatia, Europe on Dec. 17, 1919. At 3 years old, she came to Milwaukee with her parents, George and Elizabeth, where she was raised and educated. She was happily married to Raymond O. Koehler for 50 years, who was a Milwaukee police detective. Ray was a World War II Marine seeing action in the Pacific Theatre with island landings, and also served as Marine support on the USS Maryland. He completed and retired from his military career through the U.S. Army Reserves.

Ann held various office positions with the most interesting as the first executive secretary for Bud Selig when he was president of the Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club. She and her husband retired to Shawano Lake and enjoyed golf, bowling, fishing, family and friends. She was also a past president of Shawano Woman’s Club.

While living in Shawano, Ray worked for the Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Department, was president of two Shawano Lake Sanitary Department committees, gave various talks on police science in the community and police departments, and taught police science at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College.

They were seasonal residents in High Point, Brooksville, Florida; and then permanent residents in Timber Pines, Spring Hill, Florida, where Ann continued to live after Ray’s passing. In 2010, Ann returned to Wisconsin to be near her family and lived at the Muskego Regency and then Applewood Senior Living Community.

Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Ray and son, Douglas G. Babich. She is survived by her son, Robert J. Babich, daughter, Patricia A. Koehler, and grandson, Nicholas K. Martinez (Sheila).

She is eternally united with her love, Ray, at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida. Her family invites you to offer any donations/gifts to Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care.

Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral Home, W173 S7629 Westwood Dr., Muskego, WI 53150, 262-679-1560, www.maxsass.com

Holly Jo Johnston, 32, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2017, in Arizona.

Funeral services will be held in Pocatello, Idaho, on July 1, 2017, under the care of Colonial Funeral Home, 2005 S. 4th Ave. Pocatello, ID, 208-233-1500. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.colonial-funeralhome.com.

Marshall F. “Mike” Moede, 85, of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2017, in Appleton.

Born on May 15, 1932, in the town of Herman, Mike was the son of the late Gustave and Leona (Peterman) Moede. He was drafted into the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, receiving the Purple Heart before his honorable discharge. On June 9, 1956, Mike was united in marriage to Beatrice Suehring. He farmed in the town of Breighton for 11 years before working at FWD in Clintonville. Mike was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion, Disabled American Veterans and St. James Lutheran Church.

Mike liked listening to polkas and country music, and grew and sold Christmas trees and pumpkins. He was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers, Wisconsin Badgers and the Shawano Hawks, making many trips to state. In his free time, he enjoyed cutting wood, hunting, trout fishing, golfing, reading, playing cards and going out to dinner.

Mike is survived by his wife of 61 years, Beatrice; six siblings, Mae Krueger, of Shawano, Ann Krause, of Shawano, Elaine (Ray) Midkiff, of Ohio, Patti Moede, of Oshkosh, James (Nancy) Moede, of Marshfield, and John (Delia) Moede, of Philippines; one brother-in-law, Kenneth (Dorothy) Suehring; and two sisters-in- law, Doris Biersdorf and Bette (Ben) Rindt.

He was preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey; his parents; and six siblings, Louise Berger, Isabelle Maltbey, Charlotte Heinz, Lucy Johnson, Orvis Moede and Gordon Moede.

Funeral services for Mike will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 6, 2017, at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano. Military honors will follow the service outside of the church. Inurnment will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church on Thursday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Jerald L. Gueths, 84, of Shawano, passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, at Oakhaven in Shawano.

Funeral service arrangements are pending and will be announced at a later date.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Jerri Lenore Rusch, 59, of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2017, in Green Bay. Born on Nov. 8, 1957, in Wausau, Jerri was the daughter of the late Gordon E. and Arminta A. (Chicks) Hebert.

On April 15, 2004, Jerri was united in marriage to Charles Rusch, Jr. in Shawano. Charles preceded her in death on July 4, 2007.

She was a member of Immanuel Mohican Lutheran Church and enjoyed traveling, crocheting, and fishing at Big Lake. Jerri enjoyed gambling and often took road trips to various casinos. More than anything, she loved spending time with her family.

Jerri is survived by her brothers and sisters, William (Jeanine) Hebert, of Gresham, Laura Welch, of Shawano, Becky Hebert, of Gresham, and Mike Hebert, of Shawano; nieces and nephews, Melissa (Michael) Penass, Bill (Andrea) Hebert, Ashley Hebert and Daniel Hebert. She is further survived by her great-nieces, Hillary and Hannah, and great-nephew, Payton.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, and her parents.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 1, 2017, at Immanuel Mohican Lutheran Church in Red Springs with Pastor Roland Golz officiating. Burial will be in Red Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Friday, June 30, 2017, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Gresham and again at the church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

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